Maserati GranTurismo 2024 All-Wheel Drive User Manual
Introduction
The Maserati GranTurismo 2024 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) is a high-performance luxury sports car that combines an all-wheel-drive system’s increased stability and traction with the exhilarating driving experience of a rear-wheel-drive car. The GranTurismo can be used to its full potential in a variety of road conditions thanks to this ideal balance of power, agility, and control. The GranTurismo 2024’s All-Wheel Drive system is designed to deliver exceptional performance and handling dynamics by carefully balancing power between the front and rear wheels. The system intelligently distributes torque to the wheels with the most grip, ensuring maximum traction and stability. It does this by continuously monitoring various parameters such as wheel speed, steering input, and road conditions.
The GranTurismo 2024 primarily operates in rear-wheel-drive mode under normal driving circumstances, giving it a classic sports car feel and dynamic handling characteristics. However, the system seamlessly engages the front wheels when more traction is needed, such as during acceleration or when encountering slick surfaces, instantly sending power to all four corners of the car. Additionally, the GranTurismo 2024’s AWD system functions in unison with other cutting-edge features like the car’s torque vectoring and electronic stability control systems. With this integration, drivers can experience the full potential of the car’s performance capabilities while maintaining safety and control. It also ensures precise handling and optimal power delivery.
All-Wheel Drive
The active on-demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system provides available optimum traction for a wide variety of road and off-road surface and driving conditions. The system minimizes wheel slip by automatically redirecting torque to the front and rear wheels as necessary.
To maximise fuel economy, the AWD system automatically disengages torque distribution on front axle when road and environmental conditions are such that wheel slip is unlikely to occur. When specific road and environmental conditions require increased levels
of road traction, the AWD system automatically distributes the torque between front and rear axle in order
to grant the best driving experience. Torque distribution is displayed in the left dial on the instrument cluster when “Torque Management” widget is active (see “Widget Contents” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”).
WARNING!
There may be a slight delay for AWD engagement after a wheel slip condition occurs.
NOTE:
If the AWD system service warning message appears after engine start up, or during driving, it means that the AWD system is not functioning properly or is in recovery mode due to overheating caused by the excessive wheel spin. In this condition the vehicle can continue driving but only rear wheel drive is working. If the warning message is often activated, it is recommended to have the vehicle serviced at the Service Network.
Drive Mode
Controls Preview
Drive modes can be set using the selector on the steering wheel.
WARNING!
- “GT” is the default drive mode, optimized for the best balance between performances, fuel consumptions and emissions in the standard conditions use of the car.
At key ON, with engine on, if any engine, transmission, brake or steering wheel failure is prompted on the instrument cluster, it is not possible to change drive mode; GT Mode is the only one available.
Drive modes are selectable only with the engine on.
With the selector on the steering wheel, you can choose the following drive modes:
- COMFORT: to activate/deactivate the drive mode to ensure increased control on slippery surfaces as well as higher energy efficiency.
- GT: to activate a comfortable drive mode. In this mode, performance and comfort meet. It allows for smooth shifting and smooth suspension making its impressive strength easily steerable. Ideal for everyday driving, it offers unstoppable grand tourer comfort.
SPORT: to activate/deactivate a sportier drive mode. In this mode,
the vehicle has a faster throttle response and ESC sport calibration
(not recommended on wet/slippery surfaces). Activating this drive mode, will also change the EPS setting.
CORSA (TROFEO version only): to activate/deactivate the sportier and the race drive mode. When in “CORSA” drive mode, in addition to what indicated for the sports mode, the transmission use a specific gear shift pattern and the traction is shifted more on the rear wheels with increased over steering behaviour. Traction control with dedicated calibration to maximize traction vs stability and “Launch Control” start mode.
ESC OFF: to exclude the ESC system.
(Suspension) button: to switch between the three suspensions setting modes: SOFT, SPORT and HARD.
By rotating clockwise or counterclockwise the Drive Mode selector, a pop-up is shown in the left dial of the instrument cluster displaying all the possible drive modes (the selected one is highlighted) together with the relative suspension soft key on the instrument cluster, if not in default mode.
Refer to chapter “Instrument Cluster Overview” in section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls” for further information.
Setting the Drive Mode
Drive modes can be set using the selector on the steering wheel.
Drive mode selector is a rotary knob that select each drive mode both clockwise and counterclockwise.
- Selected mode lasts untill changed or untill key off. At key on default “GT” mode is always the predominant mode.
- NOTE:
A different drive mode can be set even with engine running and vehicle in motion.
To activate a drive mode, switch the selector as indicated below. - COMFORT Mode
COMFORT Mode is set in “SOFT” trim. Pushing the button, a white telltale will be displayed on the instrument cluster, switching in “SPORT” trim. 
NOTE:- Comfort Mode is selectable switching the drive mode selector from GT rotating the knob once counterclockwise.
- SPORT and CORSA are not selectable starting from COMFORT Mode.
GT Mode
At key on, “GT” mode is always the predominant mode.
GT Mode is selectable rotating the knob once clockwise starting form COMFORT and once counterclockwise from SPORT. GT mode is set in “SOFT” trim.
Pushing the button, a white telltale will be displayed on the instrument cluster, switching in “SPORT” trim.
- NOTE:
CORSA is not selectable starting from GT Mode. - SPORT Mode
SPORT Mode is selectable rotating the knob once clockwise starting from GT and once counterclockwise from CORSA.
SPORT mode is set in “SPORT” trim. 
- Pushing the button, the telltale on the instrument cluster will be switched off.
NOTE:
COMFORT is not selectable starting from SPORT Mode. - CORSA Mode (TROFEO version only)
NOTE:
When in CORSA mode, a hard telltale “ESC OFF” will illuminate on the instrument cluster.
CORSA Mode is selectable rotating the knob once clockwise starting from SPORT.
CORSA mode is set in “HARD”. 
- Pushing the button, a white telltale will be displayed on the instrument cluster, switching in “SPORT” trim.
NOTE:
- COMFORT and GT are not selectable starting from CORSA Mode.
In CORSA mode the ESC OFF soft telltale will turn on the instrument cluster, but the system is not in ESC OFF mode. To turn it on, push the soft-key on the Comfort Display. - When in CORSA mode, the vehicle lowers at minimum ride height.
ESC OFF Mode
WARNING!
Activating the ESC OFF Mode, the Electronic Stability Control will be automatically switched off.
To activate ESC OFF, long press the corresponding soft-key on the bottom bar of the Comfort Display: the icon will turn on in an amber color. The relative hard telltale will be displayed on the instrument cluster.
- To deactivate the drive mode, briefly press the same icon again: the icon will turn white and the telltale will turn off.
- WARNING!
Never activate ESC OFF Mode if a spare wheel is mounted on the vehicle. Loss of control may occur and this could cause serious injuries or death.
FAQs
- What is the advantage of having all-wheel drive in the Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
The GranTurismo 2024 benefits from having all-wheel drive because it improves traction and stability, particularly on slippery or snowy roads. It enables better acceleration, better control, and greater assurance while driving. - Does the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 affect fuel efficiency?
When compared to a rear-wheel-drive configuration, the all-wheel drive system may have a negligible effect on fuel economy. Maserati engineers work to optimize the system, though, to reduce any unfavorable effects while still delivering a thrilling driving experience. - Is the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 always active?
Under typical driving circumstances, the GranTurismo 2024’s all-wheel drive system is intended to function primarily in rear-wheel-drive mode. When more traction is required, the front wheels automatically engage. - Can I manually switch between rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive modes?
No, the system automatically switches between rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive modes based on the road conditions and the amount of available traction.
How does the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 distribute power between the front and rear wheels?
The GranTurismo 2024’s all-wheel drive system intelligently distributes torque between the front and rear wheels as necessary by continuously monitoring a variety of parameters. In order to maximize stability and traction, power distribution is optimized. - Does the all-wheel drive system affect the handling characteristics of the GranTurismo 2024?
The GranTurismo 2024’s all-wheel drive system improves handling characteristics by supplying better stability and grip. Particularly under difficult driving circumstances, it enables precise control and confident cornering. - Can the all-wheel drive system improve acceleration in the GranTurismo 2024?
By maximizing traction and power delivery to all four wheels, the GranTurismo 2024’s all-wheel drive system can enhance acceleration. Acceleration is accelerated more quickly, and performance is enhanced. - Does the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 impact the car’s weight distribution?
Although the vehicle’s weight distribution may be slightly affected by the all-wheel drive system, Maserati engineers carefully balance the design to maintain ideal weight distribution and overall performance. - the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 adaptable to different driving modes?
The all-wheel drive system might be adaptable to various settings, depending on the particular model and available driving modes. Depending on the chosen driving mode, it can modify power distribution to optimize performance or efficiency.
Can the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 be disabled?
The driver cannot manually turn off the all-wheel drive system. Based on the driving conditions, it operates automatically and optimizes power distribution. - Can the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 be retrofitted or added as an option later?
The all-wheel drive system cannot be retrofitted or added as an aftermarket option because it is an integral part of the vehicle’s design. During the production process, it is specifically engineered for the GranTurismo 2024. - How does the all-wheel drive system contribute to safety in the GranTurismo 2024?
The GranTurismo 2024’s all-wheel drive system improves safety by enhancing traction and stability. It lowers the risk of accidents by assisting the vehicle in maintaining control under difficult conditions. - Does the all-wheel drive system impact the overall performance of the GranTurismo 2024?
The GranTurismo 2024’s all-wheel drive system can improve its overall performance by increasing traction and enabling better acceleration, cornering, and control. It makes driving more exciting and dynamic. - Can the all-wheel drive system in the GranTurismo 2024 be customized or adjusted?
The all-wheel drive system is automatic and the driver cannot change any of the settings. However, it is made to offer the best possible mix of traction, performance, and stability.
Useful Links
View Full User Guide: Maserati GranTurismo 2024 User Manual | Auto User Guide
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